In an unfortunate announcement yesterday, Kitsbow shared the news that they will be shutting down their North Carolina-based apparel factory for good in a matter of weeks. Find more details on the end of the […]

The Cloudride Prologue is a weekend « flashpacking » event for riders to test gear, gain some fitness, and get a taste of Australia’s full 1,000-kilometer Monaro Cloudride route. See a lovely selection of photos from Phillip […]

Ukraine’s 7Roads Bags just finalized the design for their new steerer tube-mounted Nest Rack and matching OCT Rando Bag, a unique combination that looks quite intriguing. Learn more about both of them here… The post […]

This winter, Amy Jurries and her riding partner Andrew set out on a 675-kilometer bikepacking trip through the Western Hajar mountains in the Sultanate of Oman. Following the trip, Amy put together this excellent report […]

SRAM broke the brake lever mold today by introducing the all-new SRAM Stealth Brakes, an innovative handlebar bag-friendly brake system that tucks brake lines neatly out of the way. Find details on the Stealth Brakes […]

SRAM just dropped another innovation bomb on the mountain bike world with the new SRAM Eagle Transmission, a wireless drivetrain based on a hangerless direct-to-axle frame mount. We got a hold of the new X0 […]

Tucson, Arizona-based Bags by Bird (BXB) just updated their made-to-order Goldback menu with more options, new colors, and several fresh features. Learn what’s new and find more photos here… The post The Updated Bags by […]

Thanks to our friends at Bedrock Sandals in Missoula, Montana, two lucky members of our Bikepacking Collective will win a pair of Bedrock Mountain Clogs for Collective Reward #147. Learn more about the brand’s latest […]

After a couple of winters spent scouting, Tristan Ridley’s latest video documents his first full ride of the new Gran Canaria Grande bikepacking route in Spain’s spectacular Canary Islands. You can watch the full 45-minute […]

The new Wilde Cardinal Bar from Minneapolis-based Wilde Bikes is a US-made crossbar handlebar produced in partnership with S&M Bikes. It offers an upright riding position with plenty of leverage and is available in three […]

Jack Wolfskin recently released a line of 2023 bikepacking bags that feature a new PVC-free fabric and a Fidlock closure. The Morobbia collection includes a handlebar bag, accessory bags, an interesting holster fork bag, and […]

The all-new Rene Herse Manastash Ridge tires fill the 700 x 44mm sweet spot in the brand’s growing line-up, bridging the gap between gravel and adventure tires. Find more details about the Manastash Ridge tires […]